The new Netflix series Sirens premiered just this Thursday and has already become one of the most-watched productions on the streaming platform. This dark comedy series, with a hint of Greek mythology, is already generating buzz among viewers. If you haven’t seen it yet, here’s everything you need to know — from its plot to its cast.
What is Netflix’s Sirens about?
Sirens takes place over the long Labor Day weekend and follows Devon as she travels to an exclusive island full of opulent mansions and blooming hydrangeas, only to discover that the seemingly calm waters around it hide unsettling secrets.
Worried about her sister Simone, Devon suspects that her relationship with her new boss — the mysterious and charismatic Michaela Kell — goes far beyond professional boundaries. Michaela, a socialite whose life is defined by luxury and a kind of personal cult, has Simone completely enthralled. Determined to step in, Devon is unprepared for the intensity of the confrontation that awaits her.
Set over a tension-filled weekend at the Kell family’s lavish beach estate, Sirens becomes a provocative, seductive, and darkly humorous exploration of power, women, and class divides.
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Sirens: Cast
The series stars Julianne Moore alongside a cast of other notable actors. Here’s the full lineup:
- Julianne Moore plays Michaela Kell, an influential figure in the island’s elite social circles, known for her animal rights activism and philanthropic efforts. Married to mogul Peter Kell, Michaela exerts a subtle but absolute control over her surroundings. Her closeness to her assistant Simone borders on disturbing, revealing an unsettling power dynamic.
- Meghann Fahy portrays Devon DeWitt, a woman returning to her hometown amid a personal crisis. Despite battling her own demons, Devon remains sharp-witted, fiercely resilient, and deeply protective of her younger sister, Simone.
- Milly Alcock is Simone DeWitt, Devon’s younger sister. With a mix of charm and intellect, Simone has landed a coveted job as a personal assistant among the ultra-wealthy, though her new role draws her dangerously close to Michaela.
- Kevin Bacon plays Peter Kell, heir to a vast fortune and the dominant presence in any room. A nature lover and occasional cannabis user, Peter watches and controls far more than he lets on.
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- Glenn Howerton plays Ethan Corbin III, a longtime friend and neighbor of the Kells. A charming, aging bachelor and yacht club regular, Ethan is rapidly burning through his trust fund.
- Félix Solis is José, who poses as the estate’s gardener but is actually the operations manager of Cliff House. He oversees security, surveillance, and acts as Peter Kell’s discreet right-hand man.
- Bill Camp plays Bruce DeWitt, Devon and Simone’s father. A former Navy man with a stern demeanor, he has recently been diagnosed with early-onset dementia and fears becoming a burden to his daughters.
- Josh Segarra as Raymond, Devon’s on-again, off-again longtime boyfriend and proud manager of a restaurant chain in Buffalo. Charismatic but toxic, he always seems to show up at the worst time.
- Trevor Salter plays Jordan, Ethan’s handsome yacht captain. The elite women of the island can’t get enough of his rugged charm.
- Britne Oldford as Missy, the temporary housekeeper for the Kells who hates her job almost as much as she hates the commute from the mainland. Her indifference stands in stark contrast to the luxury around her.
- Lauren Weedman is Patrice, the Kells’ longtime private chef. Practical, tough, and no-nonsense, she runs the kitchen with seasoned discipline.
- Jenn Lyon, Erin Neufer, and Emily Borromeo portray Cloe, Lisa, and Astrid — collectively known as “The Fates.” The inseparable trio dresses alike, speaks almost in unison, and worships Michaela with fanatical devotion. Cloe is the rebel, Lisa the zealot, and Astrid the naive one.
Where was Sirens filmed?
The series was shot in authentic New York locations. The stunning exteriors of Cliff House were filmed at the Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, while the quaint seaside town where Devon begins her search for Simone was recreated in Lloyd Harbor. Meanwhile, the opulent interiors of the mansion weren’t filmed on location, but rather built on a soundstage at Steiner Studios in Brooklyn.
